Most modern Cort guitars use an alphanumeric string, typically 8 to 10 characters long. This is the easiest format to decode. Format: YYMMXXXXX
Resale Value: Buyers want to know the exact year and origin before committing to a purchase. Cort Serial Number Checker -UPD-
Example: Serial number 150312345 means the guitar was made in March 2015. The Letter Prefix System Most modern Cort guitars use an alphanumeric string,
If your serial number does not fit these patterns, it may be a "FSR" (Factory Special Run) or a limited edition made for a specific regional distributor. Example: Serial number 150312345 means the guitar was
Example: Serial number IC20101234 indicates the guitar was made at the Indonesian factory in October 2020. Vintage and Late 90s Models
Compare the Specs: Once you have the year, check the Cort archives. If the serial says "2015" but the guitar model was discontinued in 2012, you may have a fake or a modified "partscaster."
Most modern Cort guitars use an alphanumeric string, typically 8 to 10 characters long. This is the easiest format to decode. Format: YYMMXXXXX
Resale Value: Buyers want to know the exact year and origin before committing to a purchase.
Example: Serial number 150312345 means the guitar was made in March 2015. The Letter Prefix System
If your serial number does not fit these patterns, it may be a "FSR" (Factory Special Run) or a limited edition made for a specific regional distributor.
Example: Serial number IC20101234 indicates the guitar was made at the Indonesian factory in October 2020. Vintage and Late 90s Models
Compare the Specs: Once you have the year, check the Cort archives. If the serial says "2015" but the guitar model was discontinued in 2012, you may have a fake or a modified "partscaster."